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Comcast isn’t just military-friendly, it’s military-ready

Today, Kimberly Bryant's family isn't merely surviving, they're thriving. "I wholly attribute where we are today to Comcast," she says.
By Jun 3, 2019
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A disabled WWII veteran was at risk of falling through the cracks. Then other Texas vets stepped in

Six months ago, Larry Fromme rarely left his apartment, and he worried that he might get evicted as he struggled to pay his rent and buy groceries. Now he regularly...
By Feb 6, 2019
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This Green Beret’s last request after being shot in Afghanistan: ‘Save the bullet’

"A life that's easy, in my opinion, is not a life worth living."
By Jan 31, 2019
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Active-Duty Army Suicides Reach Highest Level Since 2012

Across the military it's clear that suicide is still a very serious problem.
By Jul 30, 2018
Support

Think Your Absentee Ballot Doesn’t Matter? Here’s Proof It Does

History is made by those who show up, the old cliche goes. For modern political life, the message is clear: … Continued
By Jul 5, 2018
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How A Soldier Wounded In Desert Storm Got Back On Track By Serving His Fellow Veterans

Anthony Drees vividly recalls the 1991 Iraqi missile attack on U.S. military barracks in Saudi Arabia that claimed the lives of more … Continued
By May 21, 2018
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This Army Veteran Wants To Change How People Think About Service Animals

A siren or alarm can trigger Sandra Ewing’s reflexes, making her believe she is back in Afghanistan. Her instinct is … Continued
By May 16, 2018
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‘I Closed My Eyes, And When I Did, I Saw My Pistol’: The Warax On Suicide

Editor’s note: May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and the West Point history department last week asked veterans on Twitter … Continued
By Feb 12, 2018
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2017 Was Tough For Veterans Nonprofits. Here’s How To Weather 2018

According to Veterans Affairs Secretary David Shulkin, demand for services by veterans peaks about four decades after a conflict ends. … Continued
By Jan 12, 2018
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3 Reasons You Should Join A Veteran Service Organization

It took me a long time to join a veteran service organization. To be honest, before I joined one, I … Continued
By Dec 26, 2017
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Having Trouble With The VA? You Might Consider Calling Congress

My congressional office recently wrapped up a case for a World War II veteran who saw his delayed appeal approved … Continued
By Dec 19, 2017
Support

Have A Coping Plan For Grief During The Holidays

It’s official: The holidays are here. This week, families will gather to share in the sights, sounds, and tastes of … Continued
By Nov 10, 2017
Support

Want To Thank A Vet For Their Service? Here Are 7 Impactful Projects You Can Support For Veterans Day

Editor’s Note: Task & Purpose and GoFundMe teamed up to highlight seven GoFundMe campaigns that are making a difference in … Continued
By Sep 13, 2017
Support

Ending The Stigma Around Mental Illness And Suicide Starts With Speaking Up

Editor’s Note: A version of this article was originally published on NYC Veterans Alliance’s blog. Since my brother Mike’s service-related … Continued
By Aug 25, 2017
Support

American Legion Adopts Resolution Supporting Medical Marijuana

The American Legion adopted a resolution Thursday urging the federal government to allow Department of Veterans Affairs doctors to discuss … Continued
By Aug 16, 2017
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Sometimes The Best Medicine For A Veteran Is The Company Of Another Veteran

Editor’s note: This article originally appeared on The Conversation. Many take time on Memorial Day to remember the Americans who have … Continued
By Jul 18, 2017
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A Terminally Ill Veteran Had One Dying Request — And Thousands Of People Responded

A heartfelt message from a military wife and caregiver has quickly become an inspiring example of how social media can … Continued
By Jun 26, 2017
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How 2 Chicago Vets Are Changing The Stereotypes Around Wounded Warriors

Editor’s Note: This article was written by Aaron LeMay, a Communication Chair for Roll Call Chicagoland and Recruiting Programs Specialist … Continued
By Jun 14, 2017
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This 66-Year-Old Marine Just Walked 300 Miles For Veteran’s Issues — Again

Marine Corps veteran Terry Sharpe cares about walking. A lot. But what he cares about more is using his long, … Continued
By Jun 1, 2017
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This Young Air Force Vet Is Fighting For His Life In A San Antonio ICU — Alone

Jake Mitchell, a 22-year-old U.S. Air Force veteran, is reportedly fighting for his life in an intensive care unit in … Continued
By May 10, 2017
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After War, A Veteran Learns To Thrive

Like many Veterans, the war followed Brandon home. He used alcohol to cope. “I had a really hard time with … Continued
By Apr 26, 2017
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Meet ‘The Good Cemeterian’ Who Spends His Only Day Off Cleaning Vets’ Gravestones

When the weekend arrives, most people spend it relaxing, lounging and recovering from a week of hard work, especially for … Continued
By Mar 25, 2017
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These Vietnam Vets Are Sick And Blame Agent Orange, But VA Won’t Pay

Sam Genco, at age 19, narrowly survived one of the United States’ worst military aircraft carrier fires. Today, 50 years … Continued
By Mar 17, 2017
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These 5 Cities Are Ranked The Best For Veterans

Most people who serve in the military are forcibly dragged from their hometowns by Uncle Sam and sent to live … Continued
By Feb 14, 2017
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Trump Looked To This Army Wife For Advice On Fixing The VA

Tiffany Smiley’s husband Scotty lost his eyesight in Iraq to a suicide car bomb in 2005. Since then, he has … Continued